Bridgwater Town Council
Welcome to Bridgwater Town Council working with the community for the Community.
Visit Bridgwater
Bridgwater is a market town located in Somerset, South West England. Bridgwater is located on J23 and J24 on the M5. It is pleasantly situated, on the edge of the Somerset Levels, having on the east the Mendip range and on the west the Quantock hills.
The town lies along both sides of the River Parrett, 10 miles from its mouth. Bridgwater is home to stunning heritage.
Latest COVID-19 News
It’s not too late to get your covid jabs this summer
People in Somerset who have not yet had their COVID-19 vaccinations are being encouraged to come forward over the summer. Councillor Adam Dance, Somerset County
Somerset’s Director of Public Health urges caution after new Covid measures announced
Trudi Grant, Director of Public Health for Somerset, warns Somerset residents that Covid is not over yet with cases remaining high in Somerset after central
Somerset’s Covid-19 Weekly Update 21 January 2022
Welcome to the latest edition of the weekly Somerset Covid-19 update for key stakeholders. This update is produced on behalf of the Somerset Covid-19 Engagement
New Covid testing site in Bridgwater for those with symptoms
Omicron case numbers in the South-West are still very high, so people with symptoms in the Bridgwater area are being urged to use a newly
Latest News
Call for responsible dog ownership as fouling increases
Bridgwater Town Council is urging dog owners to act responsibly following a noticeable increase in dog fouling. While incidents have been reported in multiple locations,
Call for responsible dog ownership as fouling increases
Bridgwater Town Council is urging dog owners to act responsibly following a noticeable increase in dog fouling. While incidents have been reported in multiple locations,
News
Call for responsible dog ownership as fouling increases
Bridgwater Town Council is urging dog owners to act responsibly following a noticeable increase in dog fouling. While incidents have been reported in multiple locations,
Transport Forum Calls for Improved Rail Services and Accessibility
At the recent Bridgwater Town Council Transport Forum, members held an in‑depth discussion about the rail services in and out of Bridgwater Railway Station. David
Annual Council Tax billing: Somerset Council issues update on temporary processing delays
Somerset Council is urging residents to be aware of temporary delays in Council Tax processing as preparations begin for the annual billing period at the end
Director of Public Health report calls for action to get Somerset moving
A new report from Somerset’s Director of Public Health highlights the powerful role physical activity can play in improving health, wellbeing and independence across the
Upcoming Events
Bridgwater, nestled on the banks of the River Parrett, in the heart of the Somerset Levels, is one of the largest towns in Somerset. Bridgwater and the surrounding area plays host to many events.
Council Meetings
March 2026
Planning Committee
April 2026
Community Services Committee
Planning Committee
Town Hall & Community Events
March 2026
Memory Connections – Age UK Somerset
Yoga-themed, Stretch & Flex with Age UK Somerset
